Nebraska aims for strong finish against Washington after bye week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 2:03 PM
Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Nebraska football is preparing for a matchup against Washington on Halloween following a bye week. The team holds a 5-2 record, signaling progress in the second season under head coach Matt Rhule. However, concerns loom over two recent losses that ended promising performances. With four games remaining in November, Nebraska seeks to improve its typically poor performance during this month. Upcoming challenges include ranked Ohio State and Iowa, with an emphasis on securing wins to bolster the program's momentum.
- •Nebraska is 5-2 this season after seven games.
- •The team has lost two close matches in recent weeks.
- •Next game is against Washington on Halloween.
- •November is historically challenging for Nebraska football.
- •Four games remain in November, with key matchups against Ohio State and Iowa.
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